Thursday, 6
October 6:00pm - Queanbeyan Track Racing The track racing season will
kick off with a practice session on Thursday 6 October at the Queanbeyan track.
There will be no racing. All interested riders are invited - particularly new
riders and track novices. It is a great opportunity to give track a
try!

Note:
+ Queanbeyan track is located in the park in Central
Queanbeyan (behind the police station);
+ Track & road bikes
acceptable;
+ New riders can get practical advice on gearing, bunch riding
& track etiquette;
+ Interested riders can try out a track bike;
+
Experienced riders can tune up the machinery & motor;
+ All riders can
express their preference for events & races;
+ The practice session will
be around 1hr 30 mins;
+ There is no formal structure to the practice. You
can do your own thing.
+ We hope all riders will later adjourn to the
Rendevous Cafe to discuss the coming track season.

A few basics on track
etiquette for the practice session:
+ If you are cruising around the track,
ride high (next to the rail);
+ Tempo riders use the centre of the
track;
+ Use the inner track if you are circulating fast or sprinting;
+
Hold your line - don't make any sudden changes of speed or position;
+ Be
very careful if you are crossing or moving on / off the track;
+ Start from
the fence and be aware of riders approaching;
+ Be careful braking on road
bikes. Remember the track bike on your arse has no brakes!

Race Director: John Thorn
Contact: jpthorn@gmail.com, (02) 6226
8023
Help Needed: John will require at least 2 turn marshals and two others
to assist at the start and finish. Please contact him early this week to offer
assistance.

Directing
Next Month?: Please Confirm
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below and notify Graham (webmaster@actvets.cc) if you are unable to meet your
obligations or provide a substitute director in your absence.